Automotive Functional Safety according to ISO 26262

What is ISO 26262?

ISO 26262 is an international standard for functional safety in the automotive industry. The standard applies to electrical and electronic systems consisting of hardware and software components in vehicles. ISO 26262 defines requirements to be met by the safety relevant function of the system as well as by processes, methods and tools which are used within the development process. The ISO 26262 standard ensures that sufficient levels of safety are being met and maintained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

Why is ISO 26262 automotive industry safety standard important?

Using ISO 26262 to evaluate the safety of your vehicle’s electrical and electronic components provides multiple benefits to automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers:

Demonstrate due diligence and ensure overall safety of the respective vehicle and/or the corresponding systems in compliance with ISO 26262

TÜV SÜD is one of the world’s leading experts on functional safety for the automotive industry. Our functional safety team was established more than 30 years ago, and has accumulated an unparalleled track record in functional safety testing. We participated in the establishment of the ISO 26262 standard and are an internationally accredited ISO 26262 testing body. Today, we service OEMs and automotive suppliers globally, and are recognised worldwide as a trusted and independent partner to the automotive industry. Our globally recognised TÜV SÜD ISO 26262 certification mark proves your conformity to the ISO 26262 standard.

TÜV SÜD has a global network of automotive functional safety experts who are ready to support your business with in-depth knowledge of ISO 26262 and extensive industry experience wherever you are based. We provide a comprehensive range of functional safety assessment, testing, certification and training services throughout the automotive value chain.

TÜV SÜD’s automotive ISO 26262 standard services

We provide a comprehensive range of ISO 26262 services which gives you a consistent framework for ensuring the functional safety of your vehicles in scope. Talk to us about your requirements today to receive a customised service based on your needs.

Advisory services

Our experts work closely with your team to meet the requirements of ISO 26262. Our knowledge services contain:

Analysis of existing systems for suitability from the perspective of safety engineering

Analysis of development processes including GAP analysis

Definition of suitable safety development processes

Hazards analysis and risk assessment (HARA)

System safety analysis (FMEA, FTA, and others)

Realization of system safety concepts

Hardware development processes and hardware analysis (FMEDA, FTA, and others)

Certification

We provide a complete range of programmes for your development teams. Customised in-house training can be arranged to meet specific company requirements. We also offer the Functional Safety Certified Programme (FSCP) to train and certify engineers as qualified functional safety experts.